invitar
to pay for someone
In Mexico to treat someone is invitar, as in yo invito for "it is my treat". A small indulgence is un gustito. It is also called Antojito.
Meaning: something special, or paying for someone (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| invitar | to pay for someone |
| Un gustito | a small indulgence |
| Antojito | a snack |
At the table, whoever wants to pay says yo invito or hoy invito yo. A little reward for yourself is darse un gustito.
Which one should you use?
An antojito is a snack or street food such as tacos or quesadillas, often a craving.
How does it change in a sentence?
Invitar is a regular verb: invito, invitas, invita.
Did you know?
- The phrase yo invito is a polite and expected way of settling who pays in Mexico.
Examples in context
- Yo invito la cena.The dinner is my treat.
- Me di un gustito y compré un helado.I treated myself and bought ice cream.
- Vamos por unos antojitos.Let us get some snacks.
Example conversation
Gabi and her coworker Hugo finish lunch in Mexico City.
- GabiLa cuenta, por favor.The bill, please.
- HugoYo invito hoy.This one is my treat.
- GabiGracias, la próxima va por mi cuenta.Thanks, next one is on me.
